Action Comics #522 (1981) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #522 (1981) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #522 (1981) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $26. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost, buy the Newsstand version for $4. The Standard version at $5 offers no significant upgrade in condition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy for just one dollar more. If your goal is simply to own the comic, the Newsstand is the clear choice. Only pay the extra dollar for the Standard if you prefer the slight difference in its initial distribution designation.
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Action Comics #522 (1981) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #522 (1981) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $26.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Action Comics #522 starts at $5.
- How much does a higher-grade copy sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #522 is listed for $25.
- Is the condition important for the price?
- Yes, the price varies significantly; for example, a Grade 6.0 is priced at $15.